Jennifer Simpson
Coats,NC
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with expertise in collaboration, assessment, and resource facilitation. Proven success in developing safety plans and connecting families with essential resources, driving positive outcomes in child welfare.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker IV Child Protective Services
Harnett County Department of Social Services
Lillington, NC
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with families facing imminent risk of child removal or court intervention.
- Facilitated Child and Family Team Meetings to connect families with essential resources.
- Conducted assessments and investigations on reports of child neglect, abuse, and dependency.
- Developed safety plans to mitigate risks for affected children.
- Reviewed records from mental health assessments, psychological evaluations, and medical records.
- Analyzed criminal records and CAD calls to inform case decisions.
Income Maintenance Caseworker III
Harnett County Department of Social Services
Lillington, NC
11.2017 - 05.2023
- Assessed client eligibility for income assistance programs and benefits.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews to gather client information and documentation.
- Reviewed and processed applications to determine compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with community organizations to facilitate client support services.
- Maintained accurate case files and documentation in the case management system.
- Provided clients with information on available resources and assistance programs.
- Performed data entry into computer systems for tracking client information.
Education
Professional Certificate - CPS In-Home Child Welfare Services
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Greensboro, NC10-2025
Professional Certificate - CPS Assessments in Child Welfare Services
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Fayetteville, NY05-2024
Professional Certificate - Child Welfare in North Carolina: Pre-Service
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Fayetteville, NC06-2023
Bachelors Of Science - Psychology
Campbell University
Buies Creek, NC12-2005
Skills
- Child welfare assessments
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Client advocacy
- Resource coordination
- Effective communication
- Report writing
- Multicultural competence
- Service planning
- FLUENT IN Spanish
- Risk assessment
- Social services
Timeline
Social Worker IV Child Protective Services
Harnett County Department of Social Services
05.2023 - Current
Income Maintenance Caseworker III
Harnett County Department of Social Services
11.2017 - 05.2023
Professional Certificate - CPS In-Home Child Welfare Services
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Professional Certificate - CPS Assessments in Child Welfare Services
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Professional Certificate - Child Welfare in North Carolina: Pre-Service
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Bachelors Of Science - Psychology
Campbell University